Best Mini Phones in 2024 | Top 12 Small-ish Mobiles Reviewed!

Reviewing the best compact phones in 2024, including mini favourites like Google's Pixel 8 and Samsung's Galaxy S24. This round-up of the greatest smaller smartphones also features foldable handsets like Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 5 and Motorola's RAZR 40 Ultra. Here's hoping my pick of the best compact phones grows with an actual Zenfone 11, the Pixel 9 and more!
Unboxings and reviews are live on Tech Spurt for most of these mini mobiles.
So far in 2024 we've not seen many dinky blowers at all, especially as Asus decided to launch an Ultra phone instead. The Xiaomi 14 only just about scrapes into this 'best of' collection as it's pleasingly hand-friendly compared with most rivals - and a brilliant phone. That camera pumps out gorgeous snaps, while the Snapdragon 8 Gen 3 means fluid gaming and battery life is also tops.
Other notable small phones right now include Samsung's Galaxy S24, the Pixel 8 and Sony's Xperia 5 V (which will suit professional photographers).
For a budget, you have the Pixel 7a, soon to be replaced with the Pixel 8a. Or alternatively, if you're stacked with cash, check out the Moto RAZR 40 Ultra and Samsung's Galaxy Z Flip 5. These are some of my favourite foldables in 2024, offering a compact design with a slick Android experience.
If you're more of an iOS fan, check out the iPhone 15 - or even better, the iPhone 13 Mini.
Check out my reviews/unboxings of these mobiles here on Tech Spurt for more info!
Best Compact Phones 2024 Chapters:
0:00 - Rambly bit
0:45 - Samsung Galaxy S24
2:20 - Xiaomi 14
4:05 - Google Pixel 8
5:17 - Google Pixel 7a
6:43 - Asus Zenfone 10
8:14 - Motorola Edge 30 Neo
9:09 - Apple iPhone 15/13 Mini
11:02 - Apple iPhone SE 3 (NOPE!)
11:45 - Sony Xperia 5 V
13:27 - Motorola Moto Razr 40 Ultra
15:08 - Oppo Find N2 Flip
15:31 - Samsung Galaxy Z Flip 5
17:05 - Byyyyyeeeeeee

[@Goodmanperson55]

The most mythical phone of all: A compact, notchless flagship-spec phone with an SD Card slot and headphone jack.

[@Ripcode2233891]

Zenfone 9 & 10?

[@marinaabeach]

omg i wanted a phone with the exact specs

[@Progress303]

That Used to be the Sony Compact range, unfortunately they are no more. anything over 5" to me is not compact

[@apdroidgeek1737]

@@Ripcode2233891 zenfone isnt really that small though.. its almost the same size as samsung flagship phone

[@Csapi007]

How is 6.1-6.3 inches small??? Hopefully I never have to change my iPhone 13 Mini!

[@RobertHastings12]

I bought the iPhone SE 3 recently because I knew it would be my last chance ever to have a 4.7 inch screen and physical home button. Verizon didn't even know if they had it in stock when I went in and asked for it, haha.

[@blakelmj]

I bought a 15 Plus because I wanted the best battery life possible on an iPhone. But I now regret it because of how ridiculously big it is. The perfect phone according to me would be a thicker 13 mini with double the battery.

[@itsbhooms]

Couldn't agree more brother!!

[@Cargo_Bay]

6.1 is gonna be the new small unfortunately. But yes, I’m still using my second gen SE 2, and it still runs great (sans battery life). If the SE 4 drops the Touch ID in any form, I’ll prolly update to the SE 3 from 2022

[@Deasy782]

Not a single compact phone was shown

[@XXX-XX-X-X]

Which ones should he have shown, or are you just saying there are no good options these days?

[@leluch7577]

Zenfone10?

[@Celis.C]

Me: looking for a potential replacement of my 5" Sony Xperia XZ2 Compact (that I found rather bulky at the time). Tech Spurt: _"Look at all these dinky SIX INCH phones!"_ ... is there no hope?

[@Sierra_mike]

Every manufacturer should make a small compact flagship.

[@cl114c0777498d]

These phones are all way too big still. 4" screen is ideal, 5" max. But there are no modern options anymore.

[@Dan-rt6bc]

pixel 5 was the best compact phone I've ever used... Too bad they don't make phones like that anymore.

[@michelnguyen6642]

I still have it and planning to keep using it as long as I can!

[@Premyy.M]

I'm still using it. It's mid af but it works well as long as you're not trying to run something like genshin

[@johnny_bravo9990]

Still don't want to change my pixel 4a because of the form factor

[@josephjohnny6383]

Yes Pixel 5 The best 💪

[@shahezahmed9960]

Pixel 5 was not a flagship phone with mediocre processor, low end haptics, slow camera and processing and used to overheating like a toaster and lastly the speaker was atrocious . It was far from perfect.

[@nhnjoy5834]

Thanks bro,always giving the exactly right comparison!

[@viagensebabados]

For me, it's the Sony Xperia 5 v FOR SURE. The camera is phenomenal for photo and video, it packs the same humongous size battery as a Samsung S24 ultra and in a much more compact body which can last me easily a couple of days with regular use, got a headphone jack, sd card slot and runs on basically pure android. This phone is crazy good.

[@UltraVegito-1995]

*It's not the size that matters but on how good the experience is*

[@mark12431]

True, the same can be said about these phones as well!

[@KapSoda]

people aldo want compact and having the best experience

[@amplifiedpoop]

... this is a video specifically for people who thinks size matters.

[@marcocervesato115]

😂​@@mark12431

[@vitusbystedmller3501]

Size also has an impact on the experience.

[@pug_63]

Just upgraded to an iPhone 13 Mini. I know they’re not sold new any more (the Apple Amazon Store has JUST sold out), but I was able to get a mint condition one at the beginning of February. Would definitely recommend. Thanks for the content.

[@blakelmj]

I regret buying the 15 Plus. I love the battery. But I wish I had a smaller phone that didn’t fall out of my pocket every time I get into my car.

[@aaronaustrie]

The 13 mini for me

[@akorejepade1261]

Thanks Uncle Spurt!

[@ljacobs357]

My Z Flip 5 gets great battery life because I tend to use the cover screen for many tasks.

[@iainlivingstone319]

After a see deal on o2 and probably having to live on beans on toast for the next few months, I got the Pixel fold and o h my goodness what an experience 😍 closed this is by far the most comfortable phone to use and opened for fantastic media consumption and multitasking and put Android experience, this is easily my favourite phone since my beloved BlackBerry Passport. Another great video uncle Spurt, have a great weekend😎

[@ragingsilver]

I miss the xperia compact phones. My next phone will be a big phone :(

[@LZ2SM]

Sadly all compact experias suffered from bad build quality...

[@ragingsilver]

@@LZ2SM Did they?! mine felt pretty sturdy

[@babygirl4169]

Xperia 5 Mark V is pretty compact if you ask me 🤷🏻

[@LZ2SM]

@@babygirl4169 ain't no way I'm gonna give that much money for a phone

[@martymcintosh5026]

still using my Xperia XA1, its so skinny and light

[@PureEngineSymphonies]

That's not mini I'd say it's pretty average

[@Dezron]

😂

[@Jasenkob]

😂

[@diya1848]

My mom says it is huge

[@petenicholson3255]

I'm still on the Sony Xperia 5ii. The slim size makes me hate the thought of pretty much every new phone in my hand. KZbin consumption is literally the only reason that we are currently in a generation of absolutely turd phone ergonomics.

[@gujakis4688]

Maybe it's already a bit outdated but i find Google pixel 6a still worth mentioning even in 2024. And when a person takes the price at which he can get it now, I still think that it is the best ratio of price and quality mobile phone.

[@Roadbikerider79]

I have the iPhone 13 mini now. Battery status at 89% in under 6 months. Im looking at the Asus zenphone 10.

[@Jedbullet29]

Uncle Spurt, nice round up. I'm tempted to the oppo but I tend to lose phones so maybe for me, your mam's advice is best... The bigger and heavier the better ☺️

[@AAT305]

Can you do a compilation about phones with dual sim and external sd card. Millions need these options

[@AlmightyDilan]

Had the Xiaomi for about a month now, and it is awesome!

[@arkhalis3682]

The Xiaomi 14 is the best compact phone in this list and it's not even close.

[@Klawg]

Real

[@pixelgaming7261]

But is it compact? It's just on the smaller side of a regular-sized phone.

[@arkhalis3682]

@@pixelgaming7261 it's "compact" by today's standards. It's medium sized in actuality as far as classifications go. It's a bit bigger than the S24/iPhone 15 & 15 Pro, but still one-hand friendly, and has way better specs than all of them. Heck, the fact that it is the only one with fast charging and comes with a charger in the box alone is enough to make me pick it over something else if I were on the lookout for a "compact" phone.

[@pixelgaming7261]

@arkhalis3682 It's crazy how 4.8 inches was humonguos a decade ago, and now 6.3 inches is dinky.

[@arkhalis3682]

@@pixelgaming7261 it's a little less crazy once you realize that a decade is actually a really long timeframe xD

[@kevinjohnson6609]

Surely unihertz jelly star is worth a mention for an actual small phone! Bring back proper compacts please

[@DownrightBass]

Thank goodness, that makes one! Went through this video thinking, "But... none of these are small...." Hoped somebody in the comments would offer something, I'll be looking into this one.

[@wallboi7]

I'm about to buy the jelly 2e, it seems like it's really all alone in its class! This video should have been one entry long

[@Kyonyx.]

I love mini but powerful smarrphones like S24... I fucking love them if they manufacture these phones with 5 inch screens...

[@jagl19]

what about razr 40 (normal one, not the ultra) ?? is it worthy?? it's cheaper than the ultra and half the price of the z flip 5..

[@Orney]

its outdated fr fr z flip 5 is the standard for foldables going forward.

[@kas7777]

I'm a power user and I have had my z flip 5 since launch. The battery isn't as bad as most people say. I put it on charge after work in the car and that does enough for me. The camera is great and I still love hanging up the phone with a flip. I don't bother using the cover screen, I literally open the phone up approx 100 plus times a day and no issues. Solid build quality. My best phone ever

[@simmzzzz]

really no good options... so tired of carrying a giant phone in my pocket...

[@DavidTorres-pt5nj]

Truth think the same

[@RazrRazerGarminBose]

My Razr 40 Ultra is a great small/big phone... 6.9" when open. For my use case just perfect... Great cover screen functionality... Impossibly thin with Ready For functionality has really impressed me.

[@NaganoharaYoimiya-bs7hb]

Still holding s10e. Probably won't replace it unless it is broken or a phone with replaceable battery got release.

Is the screen of the Zenfone 10 better than that of the Pixel 8?

[@SpeckNV]

Can you please put together a list of sorts where you get you wallpapers? Always soo cool

[@Thatoneguy_420]

@@michamaecki5678 hol' up where the hell did that statement come from? I don't think that's the right word to use here

[@michamaecki5678]

@@Thatoneguy_420 isn't it anime or sth? I don't really know bro

[@Jbrimbelibap]

If you're not afraid of installing android 14 yourself, you can go for a Sony Xperia 5 II, proper compact and actually more powerful than the moto edge 30 neo and the pixel 7a !

[@Zaefnyr]

the most annoying thing about this is the fact that you're either stuck with the edge 30 neo, a phone that's one generation older, or a freaking flagship. I either spend $200, or $900 on the s24, xiaomi 14, sony 5 v, zenfone 10, or one of the flip phones. There is a complete lack of middle ground, and it hurts because the price difference is so astronomical and most cheaper phones are also astronomically large.

[@rasheedbedri]

I have the honor 90 and its absolutely fantastic

[@murtazachaudhary3339]

Nice video

[@borgilbatbaatar7683]

Samsung galaxy S24, pixel 8, zenfone 10 is my best

[@user-pj2kq9qr7c]

Chris can you please advise for someone who doesn't play many games? A phone I'm talking about

[@shane555]

I'd recommend the Google Pixel 7a. I had flagships for years, then went to the 7a and it's been fantastic 👍

[@tri0xin]

still rocking my mini 13.. if it just had a 90hz screen I don't think I'd be tempted by anything else.. still I'm gonna use it happily until something else the same size comes out.

[@Mathias94DSC]

It's funny actually what "mini smartphone" in 2024 means.

[@Xrchfiend]

Bro knows how to attract viewers with phone wallpapers in thumbnails

[@FateHasWritersBlock]

Unihertz Jelly Star

[@BatNightGamer]

What about the hitting issue and network issue on pixel 7a

[@mr8I7]

Should the iPhone 15 not be in this video as well? It's smaller and lighter than a Pixel 8.

[@ROGERDATTT]

Would love to try xiaomi if only ATT would support it.

[@Doviruses.existbaileyonodysee]

anything shorter n wider than my current mate20x(17.5*8.5cm) couldn't care about the camera. tempted to chop a duo 2 in half and see how that goes🤪

[@user-uw2br2tk5n]

When will you do best large smartphones?

[@GamingColors]

Happy with my S24 and z flip 5 !

[@Thatoneguy_420]

Wait you have both?!? I wouldn't buy both even if I was absolutely loaded

[@travisabr1294]

Why 2 phones...sounds like a choad thing to even say

[@ILLRICARDO]

Xperia 5 v is a beast and is so slim.

[@kevinmarkham6385]

I think it’d be nice if you included the general price of these phones

[@nenad1809]

13 mini

[@romenorom]

It is funny to see that mini is more expensive than entry level phone where erything you get is ginormus screen size.

[@sunnaricurt]

Unihertz jelly star

[@mad23151]

Thank you Uncle Spurt... Great Video

[@hunn20004]

What the hell do manufacturers have against thickness!!! The only "mini" phone was the foldable Moto RAZR!!

[@chinaman1]

My issue with the Sony phone is that the aspect ratio fncks up a lot of apps. Sure some apps are not used often but when you do they don't work. Because the devs didn't think there would be a phone out there with that kind of aspect ratio... Also, I don't know if it's just me, it gets hot really quickly. Which is why I rather go with other phones...

[@floriantrois2385]

In what world are those mini Phones? More like "smallest flagship" but in no way are they small...

[@dragonheart2403]

Me watching this on my edge 30 fusion: edge 30 mentioned let's goooooo

[@DavidMitchell-tv5ju]

Moto G14 review please. Has very good FHD+ and can be obtained close to €100.

[@josh2011miller80]

So, if 6 inches is a small smartphone, how big is a normally sized smartphone?

[@jandevocht]

IPhone 13 mini = my first iPhone because it makes my Dinky a Dink 😂

[@ivybator6167]

The best mini phone I ever used and stil use , is the iPhone 13 mini

[@rwtindall]

Where is the best place to buy a Xiaomi 14 Global in London?

[@michamaecki5678]

U must be brave bro

[@rwtindall]

@@michamaecki5678 More like "hard headed," but Thanks. lol 🤣

[@michamaecki5678]

@@rwtindall i meant that you have to be brave to buy a phone with factory defect and shit quality check.

[@rwtindall]

Yeah, I got that part. Cheerio. ​@@michamaecki5678

[@dil173]

waited for years for companies to make at least 5.5 inch phone with the specs of A series line of Samsung or Pixel a series... i guess i'd stick to my iPhone SE2 then...

[@fakejasonlawless]

11:25 outdated design? what the hell do you mean? staying with "up to date" design trends is the reason the majority of phones on the market are freaking humongous and I'd hate for us to lose this option, especially a relatively "affordable" one like iphone SE.

[@EseIzan98]

i want my grandma to have a really really small and cheap smartphone that has a decently recent version of Android. Any help please

[@dynamotightstar3472]

I'm sick of the lack of actual compact phones. I want to see a Sony Compact return. The square ones, not the strange rounded one. I'm now using an S23 which is good but it's still a pocket hogger. I have to squeeze it into my dirt bike bag as it just about fits with a super thin case.

[@ILLRICARDO]

I actually saw nessie, during a morning stroll.

[@turnbasedtoddy7664]

The iPhone 15 pro is almost the same size as the zen phone 10 so it’s a pretty good smaller phone although besides the iPhone mini I wouldn’t call any of these phones mini at all. They are all still kinda big. I kept my mini 12 as long as I could and finally had to upgrade. So sad they don’t make phones like that anymore

[@blakelmj]

12 mini isn’t a bad phone aside from my poor battery life.

[@gormauslander]

Just get a phone a few years old. Pixel 3a is still fine. You can get them cheaper, their lifespan has built up community tech support resources, and they still make phone calls

[@Racoon-Man]

If Watchdogs 1 was set in 2024, Aiden Pearce will lose every battle because every phone now needs two hands.

[@user-pu6ui4ib4e]

Have any network issue pixel?

[@miloslaz970]

It would be easier if you asked what is good with pixel...few things... stay away from it.

[@macaron3141592653]

What I don't understand is that the standard iPhone is well under 6 inches in height. Why only ONE android phone is still made in that size, and its the S23, is incredibly bizarre. It would make sense that more phones try to copy the size of the iPhone but they don't. Its weird that EVERY tech reviewer raves about the small size of the Zenfone 10 and also blame it for its poor sales, but its about .1" in both height and width of the iPhone 15.

[@khoffash2018]

I like small phones... And i never buy Apple products as I don't like the software... But I still believe the best small smartphone is the iPhone 15 pro. You also forgot my personal phone the Galaxy S23

[@MrFreesearcher]

Blackview N6000 - 4.3 inch. Jelly 2 and Jelly 2E with 3.5 inch screens. Small phones do exist and you don't have to grab the flagships here.

[@pragatheeswaranrajendran5495]

speak about rare phones like unihertz jelly, cubot kingkong mini.....

[@Mark-ns3jo]

Pixel 9 is supposedly going to have three options, something more akin to the normal version's size but with all the features of the pro.

[@pixelgaming7261]

The Pixel 9 will be 6.03", the 9 Pro will be 6.1", and the 9 Pro XL will be 6.5", based on rumours.

[@Mark-ns3jo]

@@pixelgaming7261 Sounds good, and I think a lot of people will like that. I've held a Pixel 8 and do like the smaller size (I'm on 7 Pro right now), but I'm not sure if I'd completely switch. Rumoured (but probably true) Pixel Fold 2 sizes might be the way I go.

[@pixelgaming7261]

@Mark-ns3jo The only downside is that, if rumours pan out, it'll have a flat frame lile the iPhone and Galaxy S24.

[@Mark-ns3jo]

@@pixelgaming7261 I too have seen that. I'll just slapping a case on it so it doesn't bother me too much, but the Fold 2 is probably what I'll end up getting which isn't rumoured to have the flat frame. It does have does have a bad looking camera bump, but if that means better photos, I'm all for it.

[@pixelgaming7261]

@Mark-ns3jo It's thicker and heavier, though, and will get an outer screen more akin to the OnePlus Open than the original Pixel Fold.

[@WaineYam]

The answer is in them Pants (pockets). Can said phone fit?

[@BadAcidd]

Don't listen about the pixel 8 pro, tensor chip. I play all the games...... And the tensor keeps up just fine. Max settings.

[@josephaquino3095]

Sony Xperia 5 V Motorola 40 Ultra Oppo Find N2 Flip

[@user-ei1vl4du9y]

There is a new phone called Uniherz tank mini

[@Madmax-yh7ek]

You have a ability to paint some pictures🤣🤣🙈

[@craigcarlson4022]

Come on man, the iPhone 13 is the only one of these actually smallish.

[@RCYT_]

I need that anime wallpaper in the thumbnail!!!!!!!!

[@TulioG]

6.2" is considered small? 😮 For phones I meant...

[@itsbhooms]

Any thing above 5.5 inches is not Compact. how can 6.1 & 6.2 can be compact???

[@tanjatrapp1871]

My phone flip 5 😊❤

[@sirwlat]

Don't know what to get after zenfone dying. I just want a pixel like stock os with good battery life for my 9h screen time... :(

[@SA-ks9vz]

Small phones are under 6". Silly to call over 6" phones "mini". Iphone 13 mini and iphone SE are the only to be validly called mini

[@Tarheb]

"years of updates" - how many?

[@lev1ato]

I need a cheaper alternative to 13 mini

[@sufiyankhan244]

Instead of buying Samsung s24, it's better to buy s23, you get the same great experience and you can game on it pretty well

[@citrocar1028]

Pretty expensive slabs😮!

[@bean6780]

NOW DO BIIIIIIIIIIIG PHONES

[@martymcintosh5026]

bring back the Moto X from 2013

[@ShandShand-dv5ok]

Xiaomi 14 best compact phone ever.

[@konrad3]

A Smartphone bigger than 6 Inch is no small phone!

Size is relative.

[@redminote12tpro-fq2ky]

I really want your wallpaper can you give me some pls😅🙏

[@Me_Caveman]

6.2" is not small. I suspect none if the phones on this list are.